Yes I will extend mercy to others, but by signing up to do this, you're saying you will complete this project in the due time. I know of people just getting last months mug rug now. It's not fair to others and to Brat, that she needs to call on angels. If it can't be done, they need to notify our host as soon as possible. Not take off and leave her wondering what happened. By signing up. you agree to the rules and regulations of the swap. that's why they are there. we can all put together something, but lets do it our best and think of the person receiving and all her hard work and money for postage.
When someone doesn't fulfill her obligation, Brat either has to do it herself, or call on an angel, who has probably already sent one. I myself have been an angel. I don't mind helping out, but it shouldn't be that way. Just MHO